APPNA Oklahoma Chapter

05/07/2026

Today, at Oklahoma State Capitol, APPNA Oklahoma proudly presented a $20,000 check to the American Red Cross to support Enid-area disaster relief and recovery efforts following the devastating EF4 tornado that impacted the community less than two weeks ago.

We are grateful to Representative Chad Caldwell for hosting us, and to Senator Roland Pederson and Representative Carl Newton for joining the presentation alongside leadership from the American Red Cross Central & Southwest Oklahoma Chapter.
This contribution was made possible through a rapid fundraising effort by APPNA Oklahoma.

Beyond financial support, this was also an opportunity to engage with local legislators and community stakeholders to reaffirm that APPNA Oklahoma stands ready to support Oklahoma communities through both fiscal and human resources whenever needed.

04/27/2026

In response to the Enid tornado, APPNA-OK is launching an urgent fundraising drive with a goal of $10,000.

Donations will support the American Red Cross, providing immediate relief (shelter, meals, essential resources) to affected families. We will also keep local legislators informed to ensure coordination and highlight APPNA-OK’s support.

- An anonymous donor has already pledged $2,500.
- APPNA-OK will match up to an additional $2,500 for funds raised beyond that.

*Deadline: Tuesday, April 28 at 8:00 PM*

Thank you for your generosity and support.

Families in Enid are facing urgent medical and housing needs after the tornado. 🫶 Your gift helps APPNA Oklahoma physicians and partners provide support to the local community. Every contribution, of any size, strengthens this local medical response. Together, we can help our neighbors begin to r...

11/24/2025

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Target: $50,000
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11/01/2025

We are sharing highlights from our Community Health Fair, organized in partnership with INTEGRIS Health and other amazing collaborators, and courtesy of OSMA Foundation funding on Saturday, October 25.

APPNA OK physicians and dentists provided vital care and screenings to community members, many of whom are uninsured or underserved.

Check out the infographic below for all the impressive impact stats and summary!

Thank you to all incredible volunteers who made this possible!

10/25/2025

10/24/2025

APPNA Oklahoma, along with the greater Pakistani Oklahoma community and friends, is launching, “Together Against Hunger” campaign - a rapid response fundraiser for the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma (RFBO).

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps low-income families buy groceries each month. Approximately 700,000 Oklahomans rely on it, and those benefits may be suspended Nov 1 if the federal shutdown continues.

Please watch the brief message that the RFBO CEO, Stacy Dykstra recorded for the Pakistani Oklahoma community today.

Let’s act now so no Oklahoma family goes hungry. Even if the shutdown resolves, every dollar will still go to the Food Bank and Central APPNA will match 50% of all donations.

Every dollar = more meals for Oklahoma families.

Donate via Zelle: send to [email protected]
(Please note “Hunger Campaign” in the memo line.)

08/18/2025

Another memorable Pakistan 🇵🇰 Day is in the books! A big thank you to everyone who participated and made it such a memorable experience. Let’s keep this tradition alive and carry the baton forward together!
Here is the link for the pictures

07/08/2025

*PAKISTAN DAY KIDS TRIVIA – SIGN UP NOW!*

We are excited to announce a fun Kids Trivia Segment as part of our Pakistan Day Celebration! 🇵🇰🇺🇸

- 15 mins of interactive questions about Pakistan & U.S. history, culture, and heritage
- Open to ages 6–12
- Small teams, great prizes - Barnes & Noble gift cards!

- Spots are limited - sign-up will be first come, first served!

- To sign up, please contact Rabeeya Nusrat or Fahad Khan.

07/02/2025

APPNA Oklahoma Chapter. Welcome to the Oklahoma Chapter for Association of Physicians of Pakistani decent of America (APPNA).

07/01/2025

APPNA Oklahoma will organize a health fair this October. We are also pleased to share that the OSMA Foundation has approved a grant to support this important project.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our dedicated volunteers, whose efforts make these initiatives both possible and successful.